A mindful tea moment

Pupils drink warm fruit tea mindfully: noticing the colour, the smell and the warmth of the mug, then saying what they noticed.

Steps

1. The teacher makes fruit tea and lets it cool to a temperature that is safe to drink.
2. Pupils hold the mug in both hands and feel its warmth and weight.
3. They look at the colour and the steam, then smell it: which fruits can they recognise?
4. They drink in small sips, in silence, noticing the taste and warmth. If their thoughts wander, they come back to the mug.
5. A short talk: what felt nice? Was it hard to stay quiet for a few minutes?

Tip: The tea should be warm, not hot – check the temperature before handing it out. Choose a caffeine-free tea.

Materials needed

• Fruit tea bags (1 pack)